Happenings
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Ice Fishing Derby
2/3 @ 7:30AM - Dewey's Pond
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Mid-Winter Pop-Up Market
2/3 @ 9AM - First Congregational Church
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Upper Valley Free Day
2/3 @ 9AM - Whaleback Mountain
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Tiki Torch Trek
2/3 @ 6PM - Hartland, VT
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First Responder Appreciation
2/5 @ 6:30PM - Campion Rink
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Housewarming Party
2/7 @ 4:30PM - Lebanon Opera House
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Meet Under The Lights
2/9 @ 2PM - Whaleback Mountain
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Valentine's Dance Party
2/9 @ 7PM - Artistree
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Valentine's Craft & Food Fair
2/10 @ 9AM - Franklin Masonic Lodge #4
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Galentine's Day
2/10 @ 2PM - Poor House BBQ
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Valentine's Dance
2/10 @ 5:30PM - Fireside Inn
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Heartless
2/10 @ 7PM - Claremont Opera House
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Conniption Fits
2/10 @ 8PM - Newport Opera House
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Dance Festival Fundraiser
2/10 @ 7PM
2/11 @ 3PM
Briggs Opera House
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Magic of Maple
2/17 @ 10AM - 4PM - Billings Farm & Museum
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Dinner & Piano Show
2/24 @ 6PM - Enfield Shaker Museum
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The Scoop of Snowshoeing in NH
For centuries, outdoor enthusiasts have creatively devised excuses to be outside in Mother Nature’s harshest season. From simple ice fishing excursions to adrenaline-filled toboggan runs and even to the modern snowmobile, there has always been a drive to brave the cold and enjoy the snowy landscapes of New Hampshire. And snowshoeing is no exception.
The feel of soft snow packing underfoot, miles of forested snowscapes in every direction, and an innate sense of calm are just a few of the many benefits snowshoeing can offer. But if that’s not enough to lure you into a pair, here are 5 reasons to give the sport a try this winter.
#1: It’s a budget-friendly activity that anyone can do.
If you can walk, you can snowshoe. It’s really just about mastering the nuances of walking with a pair of large, clunky shoes strapped to your feet. But those large, clunky shoes allow you to maneuver gracefully through challenging wintry landscapes, up rolling hills draped in snow and along icy paths with ease. But if you’re new to the sport, be sure to check out REI’s Beginner’s Guide to Snowshoeing for great tips on honing your skills.
As far as equipment—the most you’ll need is the snowshoes themselves and an optional pair of extendable poles. And the cherry on top is that you can rent snowshoes from outfitters, inns, and trail networks all across the state with groomed tracks right on site. So all you really need to bring is a warm winter coat, a pair of comfortable winter boots, and some good snowpants!
#2: There are tons of unique snowshoe tours and experiences all across the state.
Here in New Hampshire, we like to keep things interesting. And that means coming up with new and exciting ways to enjoy a timeless classic like snowshoeing.
Places like Alpine Adventures in Lincoln, Great Glen Trails in Gorham, and King Pine in Madison offer guided snowshoe tours by moonlight!
The Mount Washington Valley Ski Touring Foundation in Intervale and Prescott Farm in Laconia both offer Zen snowshoe yoga classes, which are quickly becoming the latest winter craze.
You could even challenge a more adventurous snowshoe tour where you’ll be guided along mountain ridges and peaks at Loon’s Adventure Center or Gunstock. Plus, the Appalachian Mountain Club offers guided snowshoe experiences locally throughout the season.
You can also snowshoe the grounds of some iconic New Hampshire attractions in the winter like America’s Stonehenge in Salem (which offers rentals) or Castle in the Clouds in Moultonborough (BYOS- Bring Your Own Snowshoes).
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